High quality, evidence-based information can certainly help us better understand how to support those with dementia as well as their caregivers. Read our top resources on the topic of dementia.
Older adults are at higher risk of complications from the influenza virus. It is widely accepted that vaccination is the most important strategy to prevent influenza. Find out what the evidence says.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We've rated the quality of various online breast cancer resources for research evidence, transparency and usability. Find out more.
Many older adults are at risk of poor nutrition, but there’s an overwhelming amount of diet and nutrition advice out there. It’s hard to decipher which food choices are best. Read our featured resources for evidence-based information.
October 1st is National Seniors Day. It's important to consider how to support the health and well-being of our aging population. Find out what the evidence says about common aging health conditions.
September 29th is World Heart Day. It’s the perfect time to consider your risk factors and the key prevention steps you can take to maintain a healthy heart.
September is Arthritis Awareness Month in Canada. Arthritis is a debilitating chronic condition that has many implications for Canada’s aging population, including mobility limitations and increased risk of falls. We’ve compiled a list of our top evidence-based resources on this topic.
A recent study explores the link between medications and the risk of falls in older adults. Falls can have significant consequences for the healthy aging process and it’s important to evaluate your risk factors. We’ve compiled the evidence related to this topic.
HITTING THE HEADLINES: Home and community care services can help older adults live as independently as possible, and evidence shows many benefits to these services. We’ve compiled a list of popular resources that provide research-based health insights on the comforts of home.
HITTING THE HEADLINES: Inspired by the Olympic Games, we’ve compiled the best available research evidence confirming the many benefits of exercise for older adults.
HITTING THE HEADLINES: Caregiving is an important part of aging that many Canadians can relate to; and one of the most talked about seniors-related topics in the media. We’ve compiled the best available evidence related to caregiving.
The topic of medically assisted dying has been dominating the headlines since the prohibition on voluntary euthanasia was overturned in February 2015. Learn more about the evidence related to this topic.